Epic Systems vs Elation Health
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices. Last verified June 15, 2026.
The short answer
Epic Systems ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #11) for Physicians and practice managers choosing an electronic health records system. The gold standard for large hospitals needing a single, unified patient record.
At a glance
| Epic Systems | Elation Health | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices | #11 / The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.1 | 7.2 |
| Best for | Large integrated health systems | Direct Primary Care (DPC) practices |
| Pricing | $$$$$ (Implementation costs in millions) | $$$ ($349 to $499/mo/provider) |
| HQ | Verona, WI, USA | San Francisco, CA, USA |
| Founded | 1979 | 2010 |
Epic Systems
The gold standard for large hospitals needing a single, unified patient record.
www.epic.comSee full entry in The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices
Elation Health
A clinician-focused EHR that prioritizes speed and usability to reduce burnout.
www.elationhealth.comSee full entry in The 11 Best EHR Software for Medical Practices
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.